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The creative process vs hourly design rates

Legend has it that Pablo Picasso was sketching in the park when a bold woman approached him. “It’s you — Picasso, the great artist! Oh, you must sketch my portrait! I insist.” So Picasso agreed

How to be inspired by design on any budget

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When I first saw this kitchen, I took an audible gasp. Wowsers. Swoonworthy. I bookmarked it for inspiration immediately – I’d found my ideal, dream kitchen. Incredible. Image of Virginia

How to design the perfect home (when everything feels like you’re compromising)

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Trade-offs are inevitable, but they don't have to feel like compromises. So how do you create the perfect home? Surely Richard Branson doesn't have any hurdles to creating his perfect

When I thought I’d made a mistake with my client …

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Are you scared to get a second opinion on your design? What mistake did I think I'd made with my client? And what did it actually show me you need to know about working with your

How do I choose a designer (when they won’t design anything until after I’ve committed)

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Choosing a designer can be challenging, when you can't see their work on your project until after you've signed on the dotted line. Here's how to choose. This is a question I commonly

The creative process vs hourly design rates

How to be inspired by design on any budget

How to design the perfect home (when everything feels like you’re compromising)

When I thought I’d made a mistake with my client …

How do I choose a designer (when they won’t design anything until after I’ve committed)

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